Each partner school has its own deadline starting from July 17 to August 31, 2026. Check the school-by-school deadline table below before applying.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Program name | Security Bank Foundation “Scholars for Better Communities” Scholarship |
| Offered by | Security Bank Foundation, Inc. |
| Academic year | 2026 – 2027 |
| Who can apply | Incoming 1st-year & selected continuing college students |
| Partner schools | 8 universities (see table below) |
| Minimum GWA | 93% overall + no subject below 86% + 90%+ in aligned subjects |
| Children of SB employees | Not eligible |
| Max annual benefit (SUC) | Up to ₱100,000 + free tuition |
| Max annual benefit (private) | Up to ₱50,000 stipend + up to ₱100,000 tuition |
| Application mode | Online via official Google Form |
What is the Security Bank Scholarship?
The Security Bank Foundation “Scholars for Better Communities” scholarship is a merit-based college scholarship program of Security Bank Corporation that supports outstanding Filipino students pursuing careers in banking, finance, data, engineering, and technology. For A.Y. 2026–2027, the program is open to incoming first-year students and selected continuing college students at 8 partner universities nationwide.
The scholarship is distinguished by its industry-aligned focus scholars are being developed as future professionals for the banking and financial services sector, with internship access and leadership programs built into the grant package.
Scholarship benefits
Benefits differ depending on whether your partner school is a State University and College (SUC) or a private university.
| State Universities (SUCs) |
|---|
| Tuition – Free (under Free Tuition Law) |
| Stipend / half-sem – ₱25,000 |
| Est. monthly – ~₱5,000 / month |
| Max annual Up to ₱100,000 |
| Private Universities |
|---|
| Tuition support – Up to ₱100,000 / year |
| Stipend / half-sem – ₱12,500 |
| Est. monthly – ~₱2,500 / month |
| Max annual stipend – Up to ₱50,000 |
SUC vs Private: Which gives more total value?
At first glance, private university scholars seem to get more (up to ₱150,000 in combined tuition + stipend). But SUC scholars get free tuition anyway under RA 10931 meaning the ₱100,000 annual benefit on top of free tuition is almost entirely cash in hand. If you are admitted to both UP Diliman (SUC) and a private partner school, UP Diliman’s scholarship package delivers higher real cash value. Run the numbers before deciding.
Partner schools and deadlines
Each partner university has a different application deadline. Apply to your chosen school’s deadline not a generic program deadline.
| Partner School | Type | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila | SUC | July 17, 2026 | Soonest |
| Ateneo de Manila University | Private | July 31, 2026 | Open |
| Polytechnic University of the Philippines | SUC | July 31, 2026 | Open |
| University of Santo Tomas | Private | July 31, 2026 | Open |
| Far Eastern University | Private | August 9, 2026 | Open |
| University of the Philippines – Diliman | SUC | August 9, 2026 | Open |
| Chiang Kai Shek College | Private | June 15, 2026 | Closed |
| De La Salle University | Private | August 31, 2026 | Open |
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Eligible courses
- Accountancy
- Accountancy Information Technology
- Internal Auditing
- Marketing
- Financial Management
- Industrial Engineering
- Management Engineering
- Applied Mathematics
- Business Analytics / Statistics
- Data Science
- Computer Science / Technology
- Information Systems / Technology
Eligibility requirements
The triple GWA requirement
Security Bank’s academic requirements are stricter than most scholarships you must clear three separate grade thresholds, not just one overall average.
| Requirement | Minimum Grade | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Overall GWA | 93% | Minimum General Weighted Average (or equivalent) |
| Individual Subject Grade | 86% | No subject grade should be below 86% |
| Aligned Subjects (Grades 7–12) | 90% | Subjects aligned with your chosen course must have grades of 90% or higher |
Children of Security Bank employees are not eligible. This exclusion applies regardless of academic performance or financial need. If either parent or a guardian is employed by Security Bank Corporation, you cannot apply.
Documentary requirements
- High School Grade 7 – 12 Transcript of Records, must show GWA. Grade 12 grades may be submitted up to December 2025 if full 2026 grades are not yet available.
- Latest Income Tax Return (ITR)
- of both parents or legal guardian (if employed)
- Certificate of Indigency for unemployed parents or guardians
- Proof of application, admission, or enrollment
- in any partner school
- PSA Birth Certificate
- Recent portrait photo
Pro tip – the Grade 7 – 12 TOR requirement is unusual
Most scholarships only ask for your Senior High School grades. Security Bank Foundation requires your complete Grades 7 through 12 Transcript of Records covering all of junior and senior high school. This means you need records from at least two different schools if you moved from a public JHS to a private SHS (or vice versa). Request TORs from both schools as early as possible junior high school records can sometimes take weeks to process, especially from larger public schools. Do not wait until the deadline week to discover a missing JHS TOR.
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How to apply for the Security bank foundation scholarship 2026?
Step 1 – Confirm your school and check its specific deadline
Verify that your intended school is one of the 8 partner universities.
Step 2 – Verify that your course is eligible
Check that your intended course appears on the eligible courses list. If your course name differs slightly (e.g., “BS Business Administration” vs. “Management”), confirm with Security Bank Foundation before applying.
Step 3 – Gather all required documents
Prepare your Gr. 7-12 TOR, ITR or Certificate of Indigency, proof of admission/enrollment, PSA Birth Certificate, and recent portrait photo. Scan clearly at 200-300 DPI. Start with the TOR it takes the longest to process.
Step 4 – Submit the official online application form
Go to forms.gle/gPRiiuBcuqSbfjhe7 and complete the online application form. Upload all required documents. Review every entry before submitting errors are difficult to correct after submission.
Step 5 – Wait for evaluation and announcement
Applications undergo screening and evaluation by Security Bank Foundation. Monitor official Security Bank Foundation channels for shortlisting announcements and next steps.
Frequently asked questions
Can continuing (non-freshman) students apply?
Yes, but slots for continuing students are limited and only available in selected partner universities. Confirm with Security Bank Foundation whether your school accepts continuing student applications for this cycle.
What if I have a 93% GWA but one subject below 86%?
You do not qualify. All three grade thresholds must be cleared independently a 93% GWA does not override the individual subject minimum of 86%. Every subject on your transcript must be at least 86%.
Can I apply to multiple partner schools?
The official guidelines do not explicitly restrict multiple applications, but you should only apply for the school you are genuinely planning to enroll in. Applying to a school you are not admitted to or planning to attend may be flagged during document verification.
Is there an interview as part of the selection process?
The official announcement mentions screening and evaluation but does not confirm a formal interview stage. Monitor Security Bank Foundation’s official channels shortlisted applicants will receive further instructions on next steps.
This article is for informational purposes only. All details are based on the official Security Bank Foundation “Scholars for Better Communities” scholarship announcement for A.Y. 2026–2027. Benefits, partner schools, eligible courses, deadlines, and eligibility criteria are subject to change by Security Bank Foundation. Always confirm current information through official Security Bank Foundation channels before applying. The author has no affiliation with Security Bank Corporation or Security Bank Foundation, Inc.
